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Upside-down Catfish

Synodontis contractus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Siluriformes ›Family: Mochokidae ›Genus: Synodontis

About

Synodontis contractus, the bugeye squeaker, is a species of upside-down catfish native to the Congo Basin of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo. This species can be found in the aquarium trade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Upside-down Catfish?
The scientific name of Upside-down Catfish is Synodontis contractus.
What is the conservation status of Upside-down Catfish?
The Upside-down Catfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Upside-down Catfish belong to?
Upside-down Catfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Upside-down Catfish belong to?
Upside-down Catfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Upside-down Catfish belong to?
Upside-down Catfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Upside-down Catfish belong to?
Upside-down Catfish belongs to the order Siluriformes.
What family does Upside-down Catfish belong to?
Upside-down Catfish belongs to the family Mochokidae.
What genus does Upside-down Catfish belong to?
Upside-down Catfish belongs to the genus Synodontis.